French Macarons

    French Macarons

    Delicate almond meringue cookies with smooth tops, ruffled feet, and a luscious buttercream filling.

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    60 minsHard24 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    120

    Calories

    2g

    Protein

    18g

    Carbs

    5g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 1½ cupsAlmond flour
    • 1½ cupsPowdered sugar
    • 3 largeEgg whites (aged)
    • ¼ cupGranulated sugar
    • ¼ tspCream of tartar
    • 1 tspVanilla extract
    • as desiredGel food coloring
    • ½ cupButter (for filling)
    • 2 cupsPowdered sugar (filling)

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together twice. Discard any large pieces.

    2. 2

      Whip egg whites with cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add granulated sugar.

    3. 3

      Beat to stiff, glossy peaks. Add vanilla and food coloring.

    4. 4

      Fold in dry ingredients using the macaronage technique — about 50 folds until batter flows like lava.

    5. 5

      Pipe 1.5-inch rounds onto parchment-lined baking sheets.

    6. 6

      Tap trays firmly and pop any air bubbles with a toothpick. Rest 30-60 minutes until dry to touch.

    7. 7

      Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 16-18 minutes. Shells should have ruffled feet and lift cleanly.

    8. 8

      Cool completely. Make buttercream filling: beat butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.

    9. 9

      Pipe filling on half the shells and sandwich together. Refrigerate 24 hours for best texture.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 24Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories120

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 5g6%
    Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 18g7%
    Dietary Fiber 1g4%
    Sugars 6.3g
    Protein 2g4%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 8 mgCalcium 220 mgIron 1.2 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for French Macarons

    • • Bring dairy ingredients to room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.

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